Kids Really Rock is a FREE all-day family music and arts festival for children and families in and around Boston. Kids Really Rock exposes kids to messages of kindness, creativity and community through performances by nationally-acclaimed bands for families and children, and hands-on art and community service activities. >>

Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel Universe LIVE! is taking the live show experience to a whole new level, with a mind -blowing show unlike anything you've ever seen before. Watch your favorite Marvel Super Heroes including Spider-man, Iron Man and Hulk and threatening villains come to life in an action packed arena extravaganza, coming to cities around North America. You'll definitely feel the >>

For 27 years, the India Society of Worcester has organized the India Day as a way of commemorating the Indian independence, celebrating the Indian community in Massachusetts and providing a window into Indian culture. This year, the 53 year old society aims to grow India Day to a scale like never before. India Day will be held at the DCU Center in partnership with over 15 community organizations >>

The Trustees of the Reservation in association with Boston Swing Central will host the 3rd annual Roaring Twenties Lawn Party at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich, on Sunday, August 2, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. (rain date Sunday, August 9). The Lawn Party harkens back to the Jazz Age, the era in which the mansion at Castle Hill was built. The event will feature twenties and >>

The Trustees of the Reservation in association with Boston Swing Central will host the 3rd annual Roaring Twenties Lawn Party at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich, on Sunday, August 2, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. (rain date Sunday, August 9). The Lawn Party harkens back to the Jazz Age, the era in which the mansion at Castle Hill was built. The event will feature twenties and thirties jazz, swing dancing lessons, Charleston performances, antique autos, and a vintage fair.
Boston Swing Central will start the festivities with a group dance lesson beginning at 3 p.m. Brooklyn-based Baby Soda Jazz Band with Tamar Korn and special guest Gordon Webster will take the stage at 4 p.m. and play throughout the evening. Additional highlights include a lindy hop performance by the Lindy Bomb Squad, antique automobile rides, and the “Dandy Dash” foot race. Attendees are encouraged to come in twenties-style dress and bring a picnic supper or pre-order one through the event website. S <<

The third annual Dover Mini Maker Faire will bring more than 50 interactive exhibits, demonstrations and speakers to downtown Dover, hosted by the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire.
Featuring both established and emerging “makers,” the Dover Mini Maker Faire is a family-friendly celebration of innovation with rockets and robots, DIY science and technology, art and hand-made crafts, plus >>

The third annual Dover Mini Maker Faire will bring more than 50 interactive exhibits, demonstrations and speakers to downtown Dover, hosted by the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire.
Featuring both established and emerging “makers,” the Dover Mini Maker Faire is a family-friendly celebration of innovation with rockets and robots, DIY science and technology, art and hand-made crafts, plus sustainable technology, art, and local food trucks. Organizers expect over 1,500 attendees this year.
The Dover Mini Maker Faire takes after its enormous parent event, Maker Faire, which hosts more than 100,000 visitors in San Mateo, California each year. The Dover Mini Maker Faire is a smaller, community-focused event, but follows the Maker Faire model of celebrating do-it-yourself creativity and tinkering. <<

Back by popular demand, come see the garden of endless jack-o-lanterns. Dress in your Halloween costume and join the costume parades. You can trick or treat at your favorite ride, and go for a ride on our all new Haunted Train. Edaville is a safe and fun environment to celebrate Halloween with the whole family.

Visit Spectacle or Georges Island for FREE as part of Highland Street's Free Fun Fridays!
Explore historic Fort Warren on Georges Island or walk Spectacle island's sandy beaches and winding trails. Catch the ferry to either island right from downtown Boston's Long Wharf North... for free!
Tickets are first-come, first-served and limited to parties of four or fewer. No advance reservations. >>

Visit Spectacle or Georges Island for FREE as part of Highland Street's Free Fun Fridays!
Explore historic Fort Warren on Georges Island or walk Spectacle island's sandy beaches and winding trails. Catch the ferry to either island right from downtown Boston's Long Wharf North... for free!
Tickets are first-come, first-served and limited to parties of four or fewer. No advance reservations. Tickets become available starting at 8am the day of the event at the Boston Harbor Cruises Ferry Center at Long Wharf North. Arrive early, as this event will sell out fast! <<

Music Worcester presents a musical journey, from Rajasthan to Mumbai, with the "Spirit of India" tour, one night only. The orchestra and dancers, with their wonderful costumes and instruments, will create a sight and sound to remember. Under the direction of Rahis Bharti, this ensemble will perform traditional and some western music. Exciting and educational, perfect for families. Early start >>

Music Worcester presents a musical journey, from Rajasthan to Mumbai, with the "Spirit of India" tour, one night only. The orchestra and dancers, with their wonderful costumes and instruments, will create a sight and sound to remember. Under the direction of Rahis Bharti, this ensemble will perform traditional and some western music. Exciting and educational, perfect for families. Early start time and youth tickets at $7.50. Call for information on promotions and discounts for adult tickets.
Sponsored in part by Virtusa, Fletcher Tilton, India News New England, CharterTV3 <<

Music Worcester presents the return of the National Acrobats, direct from Beijing, for a one-time performance of their show "Peking Dreams"! Terrific tumblers and acrobats, costumes, and more. A Sunday afternoon performance in Mechanics Hall in Worcester is great for families. Take advantage of free parking in a nearby garage for Music Worcester ticket buyers for Mechanics Hall events. Youth >>

Music Worcester presents the return of the National Acrobats, direct from Beijing, for a one-time performance of their show "Peking Dreams"! Terrific tumblers and acrobats, costumes, and more. A Sunday afternoon performance in Mechanics Hall in Worcester is great for families. Take advantage of free parking in a nearby garage for Music Worcester ticket buyers for Mechanics Hall events. Youth tickets $7.50, College students any age with ID $17.50. Adults $49. See web site or call for special promotions, discounts available.
Sponsored in part by Bank of America, the U.S.-China Institute at Bryant University, and Worcester Magazine <<

The Royal Regimental Bands! Music Worcester brings them to Mechanics Hall every other season and this year it is the Royal Marines and the Scots Guards, accompanied by a contingent of Highland Dancers, as well as their Pipe & Drum Corp. These bands are attached to true British regiments and your spine will tingle as they march down the aisles and up onto the stage at Mechanics Hall in >>

The Royal Regimental Bands! Music Worcester brings them to Mechanics Hall every other season and this year it is the Royal Marines and the Scots Guards, accompanied by a contingent of Highland Dancers, as well as their Pipe & Drum Corp. These bands are attached to true British regiments and your spine will tingle as they march down the aisles and up onto the stage at Mechanics Hall in Worcester (where they barely fit!!). Skirling pipes, bear hats, swirling kilts, what could be more fun for everyone, including the kids!! They always acknowledge the host country's military service members in song as well, so there is much emotion. Early start time. Great gift idea.
Youth tickets only $7.50, College, any age with ID $17.50, Adults $49 Check website or call for info on promotions, discounts, group rates, etc. Free parking in a nearby garage for Music Worcester ticket holders to this event.
Sponsored in part by the Worcester Telegram & Gazette <<

This was a great article written by Dr. Anne Paris. I love the ideas and tools she gives to use. I have all three of the Empathy Way books and can't wait to read them to my Grandkids so that they can become Caring Empathetic Children and later teens, which is so important, especially in this world we live in. I can't wait to see what Dr. Paris has for us next!

Thank you for raising awareness about the need for foster parents in Massachusetts. As an organization that also provides Intensive Foster Care, The Home for Little Wanderers has found that many people are unaware of the different types of foster care. We encourage anyone who is interested to learn more. Every child deserves a safe and loving home.